The Department of Inspection Services is responsible for the administration and enforcement of Building, Heating, Plumbing, Electrical, Zoning and Housing Codes. The primary purpose of these codes is to safeguard life. The secondary purpose is to protect property and generally preserve and enhance the values of property in the Village.
 

DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR YOUR ORIGINAL HOME (PDF file)
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The following is a list of items requiring permits:
This list is not inclusive, but does cover the more common items that require permits. If you have questions as to whether or not your project needs a permit, please contact the Department of Inspection Services at 423-2100. Office hours of the Building and Plumbing Inspectors are weekdays 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM and 3:30 to 4:30 PM.

STORAGE SHED REGULATIONS (PDF file)

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BUILDING PERMIT (PDF file)

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OCCUPANCY PERMIT (PDF file)

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Click below to find Village of Greendale Regulations

Fence Regulations

Deck Regulations

Pool Regulations

Shed Regulations

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• Building Permits
• New Buildings, additions & alterations (interior & exterior)
• Room/porch conversions
• Structural alterations and changes to interior circulation patterns
• Garages
• Storage sheds
• Reroofing, siding & trim
• Rec-rooms/basement offices
• Decks (attached, detached and decks surrounding pools)
• Fences
• Foundation repairs
• Window replacements where opening is being altered
• Fireplaces, wood-burning stoves & fireplace inserts (new or replacements)
• Gazebos
• Swimming pools (above-ground & in-ground)
• Grading or landscaping involving changes in yard grade
• Hot tubs (interior & exterior)
• Signs
• Driveway approach
• Recreational facilities (basketball courts, tennis courts, etc.)
• Dog kennels

HEATING PERMIT (PDF file)

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• New buildings, additions & alterations
• Furnaces/boilers, new or replacements (Also requires an Electrical Permit)
• Air-Conditioners, new or replacements (Also requires an Electrical Permit)
• New ductwork or boiler circulating piping

PLUMBING PERMIT (PDF file)

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• New buildings, additions & alterations
• Water heaters (gas or electric), new or replacements (If electric, also requires an Electrical Permit)
• Dishwashers new or replacements (Also requires an Electrical Permit)
• Fixture replacement (sinks, garbage disposals, toilets, tubs, showers, hose bibs, etc.)
• Water softeners
• Backflow prevention devices
• Fire protection (sprinkler) systems
• Turf irrigation systems

ELECTRICAL PERMIT (PDF file)

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• New buildings, additions and alterations
• Circuit extensions for new outlets, fixtures, etc.
• Air-Conditioners (Also requires a Heating Permit)
• Dishwashers (Also requires a Plumbing Permit)
• Furnaces (Also requires a Heating Permit)
• Hot Tubs (Also requires a Building Permit)
• Post lights
• Water Heaters (Also requires a Plumbing Permit)

Greendale residents should know that only State licensed Master Electricians may perform electrical work in the Village.

The above list is not inclusive, but does cover the more common items that require permits. If you have questions as to whether or not your project needs a permit, please contact the Building Inspection Department at 414.423.2100.


ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LICENSE (PDF file)

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DRIVEWAY APPROACH APPLICATION (PDF file)

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DRIVEWAY APPROACH SPECS (PDF file)

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SIGN PERMIT (PDF file)

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Why get a permit?

Although property owners are required by ordinance to obtain a permit for those items listed above, there are several benefits to doing home improvement projects with a permit. The primary benefit is that a permit in-hand brings you the services of the Village Building, Heating, Plumbing & Electrical Inspectors. The Inspector approves each phase of the construction process ensuring that all work is done properly according to local and State Codes. Remember that codes are generally minimum standards that are necessary to protect you and your property.

Additionally, there are legal and financial liabilities that you may incur when work is done without the benefit of a permit. Performing work without a permit is illegal and violators will be prosecuted. Further complications may arise when trying to sell your home. State law requires the seller to disclose work that may have been done without a permit. Additionally, insurance companies may not cover a loss that results from an improper installation that was done without a permit. More importantly, an improper installation can result in the loss of life.

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How do I apply for a permit?

Permit applications are available in the above links, the Village Clerk's office or the Department of Inspection Services. For smaller jobs, it is only necessary to fill out a permit application and pay the fee. For large projects, such as an addition, copies of the construction plans and survey must accompany the application. For specific submittal details for your project, contact the Department of Inspection Services. Informational handouts for decks, sheds, fences, and pools are also available at Village Hall.

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How much does a permit cost?

Permit fees for more common projects such as re roofing, siding/trim, decks, sheds and fences range in cost between $50 to $80. Fees for general remodeling are charged according to the value of the project plus plan examination fees. If you are contemplating doing a remodeling project or an addition, please call for a more detailed explanation of the submittal requirements and permit fee charges.